Family Tax Benefit Part A and Part B

Q: Where can I find the official rules for family tax benefit part a and part b?

The official source is Services Australia. All information on this page is checked against that source and dated October 2026.

Q: Is this guide up to date?

This guide was last checked in October 2026. Centrelink rates and rules change — always verify against the official source before making decisions.

Family Tax Benefit Part A

FTB Part A is paid for each dependent child. The maximum rate (from 20 September 2026) is approximately $222.04/fortnight per child (for a child under 13).

It reduces when your family's adjusted taxable income exceeds $60,000/year. Source: Services Australia.

Family Tax Benefit Part B

FTB Part B is a per-family supplement for single income families or single parents. The maximum rate is approximately $181.24/fortnight (with a child under 5).

It reduces when the secondary earner's income exceeds $5,767/year.

Who can get FTB?

You can get FTB if you are an Australian resident, have a dependent child under 19 in your care, and your family income is under the relevant threshold. Source: Services Australia — who can get FTB.

Claiming FTB

Claim through myGov. You can choose to receive FTB as fortnightly payments or as a lump sum at the end of the financial year after you lodge your tax return. If you choose fortnightly, you must confirm your income estimate each year.

Questions about this guide

Where can I find the official rules for family tax benefit part a and part b?

The official source for this guide is Services Australia. All information on this page is checked against that source and dated October 2026.

Is this guide up to date?

This guide was last checked in October 2026. Centrelink rates and rules change — always verify against the official source before making decisions.

Can I use this guide to make a claim?

This guide will help you understand your entitlements and prepare your claim, but you must submit the actual claim through myGov or at a Centrelink service centre. We never ask for or store any personal information.